Devices running innuOS are not restricted to using one of the options above, you can even use all three methods simultaneously.

When connected to an external DAC, playback is managed by using a control app installed on a smartphone or tablet. This type of setup allows you to integrate music streaming services like Tidal, Spotify or Qobuz and to create mixed playlists of ripped and online music.

In a UPnP/DLNA setup, playback will be controlled by the employed network player and integration of streaming services will depend on whether said player suports them.